Which of the following is NOT an indigenous fruit/vegetable of India?
Correct Answer: Potato
Subject: geography
- Mango (Alphonso)
- Jackfruit
- Potato
- Indian Gooseberry (Amla)
Explanation: • Mango, Jackfruit, Amla, and Drumstick are listed as Indigenous.
• Potato is a major crop (UP is major producer), but not listed under indigenous.
• Jackfruit is scientifically Artocarpus heterophyllus.
• Other options are expressly listed in the "Indigenous" box.
• Potatoes were introduced by the Portuguese to India.
• India ranks 2nd globally in Potato production (After China).